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Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    2. location (city, state),
    3. main duties,
    4. closing date,
    5. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

Queens University

David Sharpe Professorship of Indigenous Law, Kingston, ON, Canada. Research and Teaching in the areas of legal traditions, legal practices, or approaches to governance of one or more Indigenous peoples or cultures and state or international laws relating to the rights of Indigenous peoples. Closing date is February 1, 2021. Application process & contact details can be found here. More information about the position here. Please see the position description for further details.

Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

RFP. The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation seeks attorney proposals designed to assist the CTUIR protect its interests as a member of the Hanford Natural Resource Trustee Council and the Portland Harbor Natural Resource Trustee Council. The successful candidate would enter into a contract agreement administered by the CTUIR Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) and begin services no later than January 2021. Apply here.  Umatilla is a tribal preference employer. Please see the position description for more information.

UCLA School of Law Emmett Institute on Climate Change & the Environment

UCLA Emmett/Frankel and Shapiro Fellowships in Environmental Law and Policy, Los Angeles, CA. Fellows work on issues relating to environmental law and policy and will generate policy-oriented publications and other products for the Institute, in collaboration with other UCLA Law faculty. Fellows typically work on projects related to climate change, natural resource conservation, environmental justice, pollution control, land use, international environmental governance, and other topics related to environmental law and policy. Fellows sometimes take on teaching responsibilities. Applications should be received by Tuesday, January 26, 2021, but will be considered thereafter until the position is filled. For more information and how to apply please see the job description.

Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt

1L or 2L Diversity Fellowship (summer 2021 associate), Anchorage, Alaska. Summer associates can expect to work with Associates and Shareholders conducting research and drafting memoranda, pleadings, and legal updates for continuing education purposes. Schwabe also has opportunities to volunteer at the firm-sponsored pro bono clinic. For more information and to apply, please visit our website (https://www.schwabe.com/careers-associates); applications close at 11:59pm Pacific Time on January 13, 2021.

Lower Sioux Indian Community

Assistant General Counsel, Morton, Minnesota. Main duties include assisting the General Counsel by providing in-house legal services that are guided by the goals and objectives set by the Community Council. You may apply online at here or by submitting a resume and application (download here) to Karen.Swann@lowersioux.com. The position is open until filled.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law

Program Administrator/Coordinator, St. Paul, Minnesota. (60%) Native American Law and Sovereignty Institute Program Administrator, (40%) Moot Court Competition Coordinator. Mitchell Hamline School of Law is a leader in pedagogical innovation dedicated to expanding access to high-quality legal education. Some physical presence at the workplace (post-COVID) is required each month, but applicants residing outside of Minnesota with the ability to travel to the workplace will be considered. For more information see the job description, and apply here.   

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

The Tribal Attorney – Prosecutor, Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Under the direction of the General Counsel, responsible for independently prosecuting criminal, juvenile, landlord-tenant, and other cases in tribal court and handling Indian child welfare cases in state court; Advises Sault Tribe Law Enforcement, Anishnaabek Community and Family Services (ACFS), DeMawating Development and Sault Tribe Housing Authority; Attends Court, drafts filings, perform research and enforces Indian Child Welfare Act; and more. Open Until Filled. Apply online. See the job description for more information.

Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi 

Paralegal, Pine Creek Indian Reservation, Fulton, MI. Develops and maintains archive files for all legal projects and tasks undertaken by the Legal Department; Develops procedures for file management and tracking of open project files for work assigned to the Legal Department; Composes memoranda, correspondence, and draft pleadings/documents pertaining to legal subject matters which may require considerable discretion and judgment; Draft legislation and policies for Tribal departments as directed; Conducts and analyzes results of legal research and applies to current issues/cases using traditional and computerized research techniques. Posting Ends 01/08/2021, 8:30 AM ET. Apply Though the NHBP Careers page. Please see the job description for more information.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

Associate Judge, Nespelem, WA. Exempt position will provide a broad range of judicial functions at the trial court level   for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation’s Tribal Court. Preside over cases of Criminal, Civil, Juvenile and Judicial Review of Administrative Hearings as appointed by the Chief Judge. The person filling this position will be evaluated and mentored to potentially become Chief Judge in late 2022. Open Until Filled. Next Review Date: Friday, January 8, 2021. Apply online.

Rosette, LLP

Associate Attorney, Washington, D.C. This firm specializes in representing federally recognized Indian Tribes and their governmental entities and agencies. Qualified candidates should have 1-3 years’ experience in transactional, policy, and/or litigation work. Please respond to this job posting with your resume, writing sample and cover letter via e-mail to Saba Bazzazieh; sbazzazieh@rosettelaw.com. Please see the position description for more information.

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney, Fossil Fuels, Chicago, IL. Protect communities and our environment from an onslaught of new oil and gas development. We use litigation, administrative advocacy, and partnership to advance an end to U.S. oil and gas extraction and production, and stop new infrastructure (e.g. petrochemical facilities, export terminals and pipelines). The Staff Attorney will focus on challenging upstream and new and expanding fossil fuel infrastructure development with an emphasis on the Ohio River Valley in Appalachia.  For more information please see the position description.

Yurok Tribal Court

Staff Attorney – Education, Klamath, CA. Under the general supervision of the Tribal Court Director, Chief Judge, and Supervising Staff Attorney, the Staff Attorney will assist the Yurok Tribal Court in its legal programs offering assistance under the Youth Diversion program. The candidate will provide services directly to clients to assist with securing the proper services and supports necessary to help the client achieve in school. This may include special education placements, supports, and services. Open until Filled. Link to tribal job site here. Link to Yurok Tribe’s application here. Pleaswe see the position description for more information.

California Indian Legal Services

Staff Attorney, Sacramento, CA. Provide exceptional legal services in all areas of federal Indian law, including jurisdiction, taxes, estate planning, trust assets, environmental law, natural resources, tribal governance, employment, and the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), among others.  Handle varied case load that may include representation of low-income individuals, state and federal court litigation, contract negotiation, advising tribal clients, and developing and implementing constitutions, codes, and policies for tribal clients.  Assist with or provide community education presentations.  Build and maintain relationships with tribes and Indian organizations in the Sacramento office’s service area.  Work on special grant projects as needed. Open until filled. Link to application here. Please see the position description for more information.

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Assistant Prosecutor, Watersmeet, MI.  Provide vertical prosecution of all sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking cases in the LVD Court as well as assist in prosecution of other criminal matters.  This position also includes collaboration with Tribal Police to create and implement a training program for effective investigation of sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking involving tribal members both on and off Tribal lands.  For more information, please see the job description.  Deadline for application is November 6, 2020.  Application Here.

See last week’s post.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    2. location (city, state),
    3. main duties,
    4. closing date,
    5. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

Sonosky, Chambers, Sachse, Endreson, & Perry LLP

Transactional Associate Attorney, San Diego, CA.  Interested applicants should have strong credentials and a commitment to representing Native American interests, and a clerkship is also highly preferred. More detail about the firm is available at www.sonosky.com. To apply, candidates should send an application that includes a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample to Colin Hampson at champson@sonoskysd.com.  Or visit our website at http://www.sonosky.com/careers.html to apply.  This position is open until filled, but applicants should apply by January 15, 2020.  Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California, or willing to become licensed.

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Assistant Tribal Prosecutor, Baraga, MI. This position is located at the Keweenaw Bay Tribal Center, and is an in-house position. Assist the Tribal Attorney and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed. Legal and/or Consulting firms need not apply.  For more information, please visit the website or contact personnel@kbic-nsn.gov. Application process is open until filled.

Assistant Tribal Attorney, Baraga, MI. This position is located at the Keweenaw Bay Tribal Center, and is an in-house position. Assist the Tribal Attorney and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed. Legal and/or Consulting firms need not apply.  For more information, please visit the website or contact personnel@kbic-nsn.gov. Application process is open until filled.

The Yurok Tribe

Law Clerk, spring, summer, and fall of 2021. Office of the Tribal Attorney. Past legal clerks have worked on a wide variety of projects including ordinance drafting, litigation support, legal research, and appeared on behalf of the Tribe in Yurok Tribal Court. This could be a virtual position. We are receiving applications on a rolling basis, but would appreciate having all applications by December 4, 2020. For more information and to apply, contact Alexandra N. Mojado at amojado@yuroktribe.nsn.us.

Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP

Litigation Attorney, Omaha, Nebraska. Seeking candidates with 0-3 years of litigation experience to have the opportunity to work on cases in a variety of areas including constitutional law, environmental law, real estate, employment, tax issues, corporate/business matters, and complex federal, state and tribal court litigation at both trial and appellate levels. Please send resume and cover letter including salary expectations to careers@bigfirelaw.com. Open until filled. See the job description for more information.

National American Indian Court Judges Association

RFP, Tribal Law Consultant, Boulder, Colorado. In order to increase and improve access to legal assistance in Indian Country, NAICJA is developing the Holistic Defense Pilot Project in conjunction with Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance (TCCLA) grantees, past grantees, and tribes. NAICJA is seeking an experienced attorney to assist in the implementation of the Pilot Project. Closing Date: December 18, 2020. For more information see the description.

Program Evaluator, NAICJA’s training and technical assistance program is the National Tribal Justice Resource Center (NTJRC), located in Boulder, Colorado. In order to increase and improve access to legal assistance in Indian Country, NAICJA is developing the Holistic Defense Pilot Project in conjunction with Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance (TCCLA) grantees, past grantees, and tribes. NAICJA is seeking an experienced evaluator to assist in the implementation of the Pilot Project. Closing Date: December 18, 2020. For more information please see the description.

Lummi Tribal Court

Deputy Tribal Prosecutor II, Bellingham, WA.  Works as the attorney within the Office of the
Reservation Attorney (ORA) as the domestic violence (DV) prosecutor.  The primary responsibility will  be  to  prosecute  DV  cases  and  coordinate  the  planning  and  implementation  of  the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) jurisdiction in Lummi Tribal Court. Application is open until filled. To obtain a Lummi Indian Business Council (LIBC) application go to: https://www.lummi-nsn.gov/Website.php?PageID=381 or request by e-mail libchr@lummi-nsn.gov.

See prior posts.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    2. location (city, state),
    3. main duties,
    4. closing date,
    5. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Assistant Tribal Prosecutor, Baraga, MI. This position is located at the Keweenaw Bay Tribal Center, and is an in-house position. Assist the Tribal Attorney and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed. Legal and/or Consulting firms need not apply.  For more information, please visit the website or contact personnel@kbic-nsn.gov. Application process is open until filled.

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

Assistant Tribal Attorney, Baraga, MI. This position is located at the Keweenaw Bay Tribal Center, and is an in-house position. Assist the Tribal Attorney and perform general in-house duties for the Tribal Council as directed. Legal and/or Consulting firms need not apply.  For more information, please visit the website or contact personnel@kbic-nsn.gov. Application process is open until filled.

The Yurok Tribe’s Office of the Tribal Attorney

Law clerks, spring, summer, and fall of 2021. This could be a virtual position. Past legal clerks have worked on a wide variety of projects including ordinance drafting, litigation support, legal research, and appeared on behalf of the Tribe in Yurok Tribal Court. We are receiving applications on a rolling basis, but would appreciate having all applications by December 4, 2020. Please visit the website for more information.

Sonosky, Chambers, Sachse, Endreson, & Perry LLP

Transactional Associate Attorney, San Diego, CA. Seeking an associate attorney with 1-5 years of experience in transactional and other Indian law experience.  Interested applicants should have strong credentials and a commitment to representing Native American interests, and a clerkship is also highly preferred. More detail about the firm is available at www.sonosky.com. See the job description or visit our website at http://www.sonosky.com/careers.html to apply.  This position is open until filled, but applicants should apply by January 15, 2020.  Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California, or willing to become licensed.

See last week’s posts.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    1. location (city, state),
    1. main duties,
    1. closing date,
    1. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Patterson Earnhart Real Bird & Wilson LLP

Summer Law Clerk 2021, Louisville, Colorado and Washington, D.C., please specify your preferred location in your cover letter. Paid Law Clerk position for a candidate who has completed 2L year by Summer 2021.  Candidate will perform research, writing and other duties. Closing date is December 4, 2020. Please see the attached job description with details on how to apply.

UCLA Law’s Williams Institute and Critical Race Studies Program

Richard Taylor Law Teaching Fellowship. The deadline for the Richard Taylor Law Teaching Fellowship for 2021-2023 has been extended to November 20th, 2020. Applicants who intend to pursue a career as an assistant professor of law are invited to apply if their research interests concern topics at the intersection of race/racism, sexual orientation, and gender identity. We invite applications from those working in law, policy, and other disciplinary traditions such as the various social sciences, ethnic studies, history, etc. For more information and to apply, please see the description. 

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Policy Fellow, Minneapolis, MN. Seeking a temporary Project Manager/Director that would serve in a two-year term fellowship to support the Community Development and Center for Indian Country Development (CICD) divisions, respectively. The Project Manager/Director will contribute to Community Development and the CICD’s goals by coordinating and performing a range of administrative, project management, and communication tasks related to community affairs in Indian Country nationally and economic development in the Ninth Federal Reserve District. The Project Manager/Director must possess a strong commitment to public service and the values of the Federal Reserve System.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Capitol Hill Policy Group

Director of Indigenous Advocacy, Washington, D.C. The Director of Indigenous Advocacy will have experience working on Capitol Hill and will interact primarily with the firm’s Managing Principals led by Robert Odawi Porter, Esq., a former President of the Seneca Nation of Indians. Serve a lead role in advocating for American Indian and Alaska Natives on Federal government relations issues before the Congress, the White House, and Executive branch agencies. Advocate, communicate, and interface with Federal government elected officials, appointees, and staff. Coordinate the monitoring and reporting of legislative, regulatory, industry, and client-based areas of interest. Conduct legislative and/or fact research and compile memoranda and summaries of information for internal and/or client consumption. Interested applicants should send by email a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and a resume to kisha@capitolhillpolicygroup.com. The application period is open through November 15, 2020.

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Public Defender Director, Durant, OK. Job Purpose or Objective(s): To lead the Office of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Public Defender.  The Office of Public Defender is responsible for defending all indigent clients in felony, misdemeanor, and traffic cases that are punishable by incarceration in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma District Court. Closing Date: 11/23/2020.

Ho-Chunk Nation

Tribal Prosecutor, Black River Falls, WI. The Tribal Prosecutor shall represent the Ho-Chunk Nation in the prosecution of criminal code and civil offenses committed within the jurisdiction of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Coordinate with Ho-Chunk Nation law enforcement for investigations, evaluating evidence, and case preparation. Facilitate all inter-governmental agreements necessary for the execution and implementation of the criminal code. Establish all aspects of a prosecution office, including development of case management/protocols, and process for outside case referrals. Open until filled. Apply here.

The ACLU of Montana

Legislative Program Manager. This is a temporary position. ACLT-MT seeks a passionate, energetic, and committed individual to manage the legislative program before and during the 2021 Montana Legislative Session. The Legislative Program Manager job description can be found online here. We will begin reviewing applications next week. Applications after that date are encouraged and will be accepted on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Contract Lobbyist. ACLU-MT is soliciting short proposals to provide lobbying services before and during the 2021 Montana Legislative Session. The Contract Lobbyist RFP can be found online here. We will begin reviewing applications next week. Applications after that date are encouraged and will be accepted on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

National Indian Child Welfare Association

Director of Child Welfare, Portland, OR. The director of child welfare of NICWA is responsible for empowering and supporting Native communities to improve the lives of their children and families. This challenging and rewarding position has overall responsibility for the management and delivery of all aspects of this program including technical assistance, training activities, respond to requests for information regarding the navigation of ICWA and the child welfare system, project management, and supervision of future programmatic staff. This position closes end of day December 4, 2020. Complete application materials here. Please submit completed application materials to nstewart@nicwa.org.   

University of Colorado Boulder

Dean of the Law School. The Dean is the Law School’s chief academic and administrative officer, providing thoughtful and equitable leadership, strategic planning, and management of a nationally renowned academic program. The position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2020, but applications will continue to be accepted after that date. To apply, please submit your application through CU Boulder Jobs.

Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

RFP. The CTUIR seeks proposals for an attorney to appear virtually for a series of approximately 5-8 sexual harassment/discrimination prevention trainings sessions geared to supervisors and directors. These must be completed before December 30, 2020. The successful bidder would enter into a contract agreement administered by the CTUIR Office of Legal Counsel (OLC). Please see the link to apply.

RFP. The CTUIR seeks attorney proposals designed to assist the CTUIR protect its interests as a member of the Hanford Natural Resource Trustee Council and the Portland Harbor Natural Resource Trustee Council. The successful candidate would enter into a contract agreement administered by the CTUIR Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) and begin services no later than January 2021. Apply here and see the description for more information.

Environmental Law Institute

Senior Manager of Educational Programs, Washington, DC. ELI is seeking a Senior Manager of Educational Programs who will help in delivering high quality educational programming. The successful candidate for this role will work in coordination with the Director of Associates, Education and Corporate Partnerships, along with the Vice President of Development and Membership, to help with recruiting new members of ELI’s various membership programs, maintaining relationships with members, developing and delivering programming for members, and working with ELI staff to strengthen the membership program.  To apply, please visit https://www.eli.org/employment.  Applications will be accepted until November 27, 2020.

Oglala Sioux Tribe

RFP. Notice is hereby given that the Oglala Sioux Tribe will accept Proposals for Special Counsel for various legal services for the Oglala Sioux Tribe until November 20, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. MST. Late proposals will not be accepted. The Tribal Council seeks individuals or law firms to provide legal counsel services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe for the following areas: Advise and consult on federal budgets and legislation; Draft memoranda on proposed legislation, comment letters, and prepare testimony for congressional hearings; and more.

Oglala Sioux Tribe Legal Department

  1. Lead
  2. Senior Associate
  3. Jr. Associate

Announcement here. The In-House Counsel(s) will work for the OST Council, the Executive Committee, and with two (2) Tribal Council Standing Committees.  Land Committee, Health and Human Services Committee, Education Committee, Economic and Business Development Committee, Law and Order Committee and Finance Committee. Please see the announcement and the qualifications for more information.

Sonosky, Chambers, Sachse, Endreson & Perry, LLP

Transactional Matters Associate, San Diego, CA. Duties as assigned. Seeking an transactional matters associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience in federal, state or tribal courts. Application is open until filled. Please see the position description for more information.

Sonosky, Chambers, Sachse, Miller & Monkman, LLP

Associate Attorney, Juneau or Anchorage, AK. Additional information about our firm is available at www.sonosky.com.  Interested applicants should have strong credentials and a commitment to representing Native American interests, a clerkship is also highly preferred.  We are ideally looking for an entry-level candidate with up to 3 years of post-law school experience, but all qualified applicants will be considered.  If you have any questions or would like to submit application materials, please send them to Sarah Buzard at sarah@sonosky.net.  Serious applicants should apply by January 15, 2021.

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney, International Program, San Francisco, CA. Accepting applications for a Staff Attorney position to join our growing team of lawyers who work to speed the transition from dirty fossil fuels to clean energy solutions in key countries around the world. The attorney will collaborate with our foreign partners to develop and implement legal strategies to stop the extraction, export, and consumption of coal and natural gas, and to ensure regulatory frameworks to accelerate the deployment of clean energy, in key countries and regions around the world. Please see the position description for more information.

See last week’s post.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    2. location (city, state),
    3. main duties,
    4. closing date,
    5. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

Yurok Tribe

Law Clerk, Office of the Tribal Attorney, Klamath, CA, Law Clerks may be able to work remotely during the COVID emergency.  Position requires a minimum seven-week commitment and includes research, writing, or other work on Federal Indian law and/or Yurok specific-issues related to current OTA assignments. The Law Clerk position is unpaid. Please see the position description for more information and to apply.

Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of General Counsel

Law Clerk, Legal Honors Intern, multiple locations. HUD’s Legal Honors Program is designed for law students graduating from J.D. and LLM programs, and recent law school graduates completing a judicial clerkship. The Legal Honors Program is HUD’s only hiring program for entry-level attorneys. For more information and to apply please see the position description.

Oglala Sioux Tribe Legal Department

  1. Lead
  2. Senior Associate
  3. Jr. Associate

Announcement here. The In-House Counsel(s) will work for the OST Council, the Executive Committee, and with two (2) Tribal Council Standing Committees.  Land Committee, Health and Human Services Committee, Education Committee, Economic and Business Development Committee, Law and Order Committee and Finance Committee. Please see the announcement and the qualifications for more information.

RFP.  Special Counsel for various legal services for the Oglala Sioux Tribe until November 20, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. MST. Late proposals will not be accepted. The Tribal Council seeks individuals or law firms to provide legal counsel services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe for the following areas: Federal Congressional Matters, Litigation, Code Drafting, Treaty Rights and Protection. Please see the request for more information.

Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

Prosecutor, Mount Pleasant, MI. Under the supervision of Tribal Council, work closely with tribal law enforcement and judicial officials to effectively administer justice on the Isabella Indian Reservation. Prosecute crimes under the jurisdiction of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe within the exterior boundaries of the Isabella Reservation.  Act as Tribal Presenter in Child Abuse and Neglect cases.  All staff in Prosecutor’s office must adhere to mandated reporting laws. Open from October 26, 2020 until filled. All positions can be found at www.sagchip.org click on employment at the top of the page and click on Apply now.

Alaska Native Justice Center

Tribal Court Facilitator, Anchorage Alaska. Coordinate and manage the Tribal Court Support program which provides technical assistance and training to tribal justice systems. Work closely with ANJC team, rural health care providers, and tribal representatives to identify resources and gaps in victim-centered tribal justice delivery, and develop tools that leverage existing resources to fill those gaps. Position open until filled. Full job description and application available here.

Anishinabe Legal Services
Staff Attorney, Cass Lake, Minnesota.  Anishinabe Legal Services is looking to hire a licensed attorney to provide civil legal assistance and court representation to program clients before area Tribal Courts, State Courts, and Administrative Forums.  This position will be open until filled.  Please see the hiring announcement for additional information. 

Lummi Indian Business Council

Paralegal II, Bellingham, WA. The Paralegal II works under the supervision of the Legal Director and Staff Attorneys, and is responsible for routine legal issues, performs paraprofessional tasks and carries out a variety of paralegal, clerical and administrative functions to facilitate effective operations of the ORA, as assigned.  This position report to the Legal Director. Application is open until filled. For more information and to apply, please see the job description.

Deputy Tribal Prosecutor II, Bellingham, WA. The Deputy Tribal Prosecutor works within the Office of the Reservation Attorney under the direction of the Legal Director and represents the Lummi Nation in criminal and civil proceedings before tribal, federal, state, and local courts. The job performance of the Deputy Tribal Prosecutor is evaluated by the Legal Director. Application is open until filled. Please see the job description for more information.

Tulalip Tribes

RFP for Legal Services. This RFP is to contract for legal services to be provided as a victim advocate attorney for the Tulalip Tribal Victims Set-Aside program for the calendar year of 2021, administered by the Tulalip Tribes Office of Reservation Attorney (ORA). Attorneys who are currently licensed to practice law in Washington State and maintain an office in the greater Seattle-Everett area, or law firms including such attorneys, may respond to this RFP. Proposals must be submitted no later than 4:30pm PT on November 30, 2020. For more information please see the RFP.

Colville Confederated Tribes 

Associate Judge, Nespelem, WA. Provide a broad range of judicial functions at the trial court level. Preside over cases of Criminal, Civil, Juvenile and Judicial Review of Administrative Hearings as appointed by the Chief Judge. The Tribal Court is a separate branch of government as set forth in the Constitution of the Colville Confederated Tribes. Judges are constitutionally appointed by the Colville Business Council with conditions set by contract. The person filling this position will be evaluated and mentored to potentially become Chief Judge in late 2022. The position is open until filled. First Review Date: Friday, November 20, 2020. Please see the position description for more information.

Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation

Tribal Attorney, near Pendleton, Oregon. The CTUIR is seeks a tribal attorney who will provide services as guided by the goals and objectives under the CTUIR Comprehensive Plan and consistent with the responsibility of the Office of Legal Counsel.nA majority of the work is prompted by the CTUIR Housing Department, the tribal entity administering its Indian Housing Plan and Affordable Housing Activities pursuant to the Native American Housing and Self Determination Act of 1996. The location is nestled near the Umatilla River, at the base of the beautiful Blue Mountains, and experiences all four seasons common to the Columbia River Basin and has easy access to the Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman Forests. Apply via http://ctuir.org/tribal-attorney-2 and see the position description for more information. Umatilla is a tribal preference employer.

Waséyabek Development Company

WDC Board Member, Grand Rapids, MI. The Board of Directors is responsible for working with the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, the NHBP Tribal Council and other management staff to develop investment strategies and development plans for the Company to further the mission and purposes of the Company. For more information please see the position description.

Echohawk & Olson

Associate Attorney—Indian Law Practice Group. Pocatello, Idaho. Work under general supervision of Mark Echo Hawk with Tribal clients in Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, California, and Kansas. Independently perform legal research, writing, and federal/state/Tribal court litigation services, and conduct client communications and meetings. Must be willing to live in the greater Pocatello, Idaho area. Please email cover letter, resume and writing sample along with references to reception@echohawk.com. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Job closing date is Friday, November 5, 2020.

See last week’s posts.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    1. position title,
    1. location (city, state),
    1. main duties,
    1. closing date,
    1. and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

Environmental Law Institute

Fellowship, Washington, DC.  This one-year fellowship will begin in September 2021. The Public Interest Law Fellow works closely with other ELI attorneys and professionals, including our U.S. and international partners, to advance environmental protection, the rule of law, and environmental justice. The work frequently requires considering how environmental protection is affected by other laws and policies that are related to environment and society — e.g., those governing energy, taxation, land use, human rights, and governance and administration. The application deadline is December 9, 2020. To apply, please visit https://www.eli.org/employment.

Berkey Williams LLP

Fellowship, Davis, CA. Over the course of the year, will work with each of the Firm’s partners in as many of our practice areas as possible.  Fellows typically engage in legal research and writing, litigation, historical research, communication with the firm’s clients, and administrative advocacy, among other kinds of work. Deadline to apply has been extended to November 13, 2020. Please see the description for more information.

Summer Associate, offices in Davis, California, Washington D.C and Syracuse, New York.  Our Firm works exclusively with Tribes and Tribal organizations to promote and protect their political, cultural, social and economic self-determination.  The Davis office is seeking a 2nd year law student for a summer associate position in 2021.  The position requires excellent research and writing skills.  We especially encourage students with a demonstrated commitment to serving Indian people and tribal nations to apply.  Please forward a cover letter, resume and one writing sample to Gloria Coronado, gcoronado@berkeywilliams.com.  The deadline to apply is Monday, November 30, 2020.  No phone calls, please.

Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

Senior Associate General Counsel, Mount Pleasant, MI.  Under the supervision of General Counsel, represent the tribe in all judicial and administrative forums and in the tribe’s governmental and business relations with all persons, organizations and entities, public and private, excluding representation performed by the General Counsel. This position is open until filled. All of our open positions are on our website at www.sagchip.org click on employment at the top of the page and click on Apply now. Link here.

Yurok Tribe

Staff Attorney – Education, Klamath, CA.Under the general supervision of the Tribal Court Director, Chief Judge, and Supervising Staff Attorney, the Staff Attorney will assist the Yurok Tribal Court in its legal programs offering assistance under the Youth Diversion program. The Staff Attorney will complete a variety of professional assignments on behalf of the Yurok Tribal Court as assigned. The Staff Attorney-Education will work closely with the Chief Judge and other department staff. The candidate will provide services directly to clients to assist with securing the proper services and supports necessary to help the client achieve in school. This may include special education placements, supports, and services. Open until Filled. Link to tribal job site here and link to Yurok Tribe’s application here.

Pueblo of Pojoaque Legal Department

General Counsel, Pojoaque, New Mexico. The Pueblo of Pojoaque is now accepting applications for an attorney to provide legal services under the direct supervision of the Chief General Counsel. A background of federal Indian law is essential. Practice areas include direct legal services, domestic affairs, tribal corporations, water law, litigation, gaming, general civil law, and contracts. Must be capable of being admitted to the Pueblo of Pojoaque Tribal Court and the New Mexico State Bar. Position will be filled within 30 days of this posting. Send resumes via email to rfrias@pojoaque.org.

Native American Program Legal Aid of Nebraska

Staff Attorney, Norfolk, NE. Provide legal assistance to Native Americans in tribal, state, and federal forums. Emphasis on representing Native survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and trafficking.  Position open until filled.  See job description for more information. Apply here.

Echo Hawk & Olsen

Associate Attorney, Pocatello, Idaho. Work under general supervision and independently perform legal research, writing, and federal/state court litigation services for our Indian Law partners in relation to work for tribes in Idaho, Utah, Nevada, California, and Kansas. Must be willing to live in the greater Pocatello, Idaho area. Please email cover letter, resume and writing sample along with references to reception@echohawk.com. We are a family-oriented office and offer competitive salary and benefits. Job closing date Friday, November 5, 2020.

Tohono O’odham Nation

Attorney General, Sells, Arizona. The attorney general provides legal advice and representation to all officials, agencies, departments, divisions and branches of the Tohono O’odham Nation, a federally recognized Indian tribe with 2.8 million acres of reservation land in Southern Arizona. The attorney general represents the Nation in all legal proceedings, and in other matters that affect the legal interests of the Nation; advises senior management and tribal officials; and supervises assistant attorneys general and contract attorneys.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

MDHHS Statewide Victim Services Liaison, Lansing, MI. Lead and coordinate the DHHS OVC Statewide Liaison project, develop and implement recommendations for policy for the Division of Victim Services, Department of Health and Human Services to improve services and increase access to legal assistance and representation for rural and American Indian/Alaska Native victims of domestic and sexual violence, and other related crimes, including Indian Country crimes. Application Link. Posting closes November 16, 2020. 

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

Supreme Court Judge, Mashpee, MA.  Job duties/powers are to conduct all court hearings, and issue orders and papers, and to decide all matters within the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.  All resumes can be emailed to Vivian.Bussiere@mwtribe-nsn.gov.  Please review the attached job description. 

Hoopa Valley Tribe

Senior Tribal Attorney, Hoopa, CA. The Senior Tribal Attorney administers and supervises the Office of Tribal Attorney and will provide a broad range or legal services to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Chairperson, tribal departments and entities, including consultation, research, drafting, representation in administrative proceedings, and other duties as assigned. Deadline to apply is November 5, 2020. Link to required employment application here.

Associate Tribal Attorney, Hoopa, CA. The Associate Tribal Attorney will serve in the Office of Tribal Attorney and will provide a broad range or legal services to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Chairperson, tribal departments and entities, including consultation, research, drafting, representation in administrative proceedings, and other duties as assigned. Deadline to apply is November 7, 2020. Link to required employment application. Link to required employment application here.

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Assistant Prosecutor, Watersmeet, MI.  Provide vertical prosecution of all sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking cases in the LVD Court as well as assist in prosecution of other criminal matters.  This position also includes collaboration with Tribal Police to create and implement a training program for effective investigation of sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking involving tribal members both on and off Tribal lands.  For more information, please see the job description.  Deadline for application is November 6, 2020.  Application Here.

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

General Manager of Tribal Operations,  Mayetta, Kansas. The General Manager of Tribal Operations (GMTO) reports to the Tribal Council and is responsible for the administrative operation of the Nation’s departments, which may include developing, recommending and implementing policies, program planning, fiscal management, administration and operations of the Nation’s government functions and services. The GMTO will work directly with the Tribal Council to facilitate communication regarding program needs and shall be responsible for accomplishing the Nation’s goals and objectives and for ensuring that the members are provided with desired and mandated services in an effective cost efficient manner. This position coordinates development of program budgets and is responsible for the oversight and direction of all Tribal government programs and departments which includes approximately 300 tribal government employees.

See posts from last week.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    • position title,
    • location (city, state),
    • main duties,
    • closing date,
    • and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

AmeriCorps

Attorney Member, Native Communities Medical-Legal Partnership, Albuquerque, NM. The AmeriCorps Member will provide direct legal assistance to low-income patients at First Nations Community HealthSource Health Center http://www.fnch.org/ in Albuquerque. Areas of legal advocacy include public benefits, housing, special education, domestic violence, elder law, family law, and consumer law. The AmeriCorps Member will be an attorney authorized to practice in state and/or tribal court, and before administrative agencies. The AmeriCorps Member will be responsible for providing periodic trainings and presentations to providers at medical facilities, as well as for regularly consulting with medical providers. Open until filled. More information at: https://newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/188561.html.

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney, Miami, Florida Regional Office. Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a Staff Attorney our Florida Regional Office. The Staff Attorney will help expand our outreach to and partnerships with environmental justice groups and others advancing the rights of disproportionately burdened communities, especially in South Florida community-based groups. Additionally, they will coordinate community-based environmental advocacy with national strategies and litigation in other program areas, as appropriate.

Intertribal Court of Southern California

Tribal Court Administrator, North County San Diego, CA.Main duties include: Management of non-judicial administration and day-to-day operations of the Intertribal Court, perform fiscal, accounting, and budgetary duties, facilities maintenance, information technology, human resources and a variety of court support work. See more at www.Sciljc.org or see the position description.

Peebles Kidder 

2021 Summer Law Clerks, Sacramento, CA; Kansas City, MO; Rapid City, South Dakota; and Washington D.C. Whether clerks will work from a firm office or remotely will be determined closer to the start date.  Applicants must be enrolled in an ABA accredited law school.  Experience or coursework in tribal and Federal Indian Law is strongly preferred.  Applicants must also possess excellent analytical, research and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment.  Peebles Kidder offers a competitive hourly wage for a 10-week summer position.  Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and law school transcript to Solveig Monson at smonson@ndnlaw.com by November 15, 2020.

Oglala Sioux Tribe Legal Department

  1. Lead
  2. Senior Associate
  3. Jr. Associate

Announcement here. The In-House Counsel(s) will work for the OST Council, the Executive Committee, and with two (2) Tribal Council Standing Committees.  Land Committee, Health and Human Services Committee, Education Committee, Economic and Business Development Committee, Law and Order Committee and Finance Committee. Please see the announcement and the qualifications for more information.

RFP.  Special Counsel for various legal services for the Oglala Sioux Tribe until November 20, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. MST. Late proposals will not be accepted. The Tribal Council seeks individuals or law firms to provide legal counsel services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe for the following areas: Federal Congressional Matters, Litigation, Code Drafting, Treaty Rights and Protection. Please see the request for more information.

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii (ACLU of Hawaii)

Legal Director, Honolulu, Hawaii.  We will be taking applications until November 13, 2020 or until the position is filled.  Please visit our website at  https://acluhi.org/ for the full details of this job announcement or to check out our organization.

Navajo Nation Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General

Principal Attorney, Window Rock, AZ.  Under general direction of the Assistant Attorney General, Attorney General, and Deputy Attorney General, provides professional legal work and advice to the Navajo Nation Office of the Controller (OOC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Navajo Tax Commission (ONTC), Navajo Tax Commission (NTC), Department of Retirement Services (NDRS), Retirement Plan Administration Committee (RPAC), Budget and Finance Committee (BFC), Investment Committee (IC), and as required, to the Navajo Nation Council, Oversight Committees, the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches, and Chapters regarding a wide range of legal issues.  This position is open until filled, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html.

NNDOJ Office of the Chief Prosecutor

Chief Prosecutor, Window Rock, AZ.  The Chief Prosecutor performs administrative, managerial, and prosecution work in directing the Office of the Chief Prosecutor and component districts including the Juvenile Justice and White Collar Crime programs. Administers short and long range planning, organizing, directing, strategic  planning for  annual, external, and supplemental budgets, and related activities of the Office of the Chief Prosecutor.  Coordinates  and  evaluates  the  overall  effectiveness of the assigned program offices and districts. Responsible for adhering to the Plan of  Operation  and  establishing  annual  goals  and  objectives, and making necessary amendments.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General.  This position is open until filled, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html.

NNDOJ Office of the Prosecutor

Prosecutor, Tuba City, AZ.  Under the general supervision of the Chief Prosecutor, this position represents the interest of the Navajo Nation in prosecuting individuals alleged to have violated provisions of the Navajo Nation Code; reviews citations, arrest sheets and other law enforcement documents and reports; interviews witnesses, gathers facts and data; determines if sufficient evidence exists to support the charges; conducts legal research; drafts complaints, motions and/or other legal proceedings; prepares a legal strategy; gathers and compiles evidence; identifies and subpoenas witnesses, records and other information required to present the case.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Chief Prosecutor.  This position is open until filled, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html.

Prosecutor, Shiprock, NM.  Under the general supervision of the Chief Prosecutor, this position represents the interest of the Navajo Nation in prosecuting individuals alleged to have violated provisions of the Navajo Nation Code; reviews citations, arrest sheets and other law enforcement documents and reports; interviews witnesses, gathers facts and data; determines if sufficient evidence exists to support the charges; conducts legal research; drafts complaints, motions and/or other legal proceedings; prepares a legal strategy; gathers and compiles evidence; identifies and subpoenas witnesses, records and other information required to present the case. Prepares and presents criminal and civil cases in the Navajo Nation and appellate courts; prepares legal memoranda, briefs, motions and other required documents for court presentation; performs extensive legal research.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Chief Prosecutor.  This position is open until filled, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html.

Prosecutor, Kayenta, AZ.  Under the general supervision of the Chief Prosecutor, this position represents the interest of the Navajo Nation in juvenile adjudications, dependencies, Children in Need of Supervision (CHNS); research and study of litigation of juvenile proceedings and child neglect cases including appellate cases, reviews police, social service, and related reports/complaints, and other law enforcement documents and reports; prepares oral arguments, gathers facts and data; determines if sufficient evidence exists to support the charges; attends juvenile related hearings in Navajo Nation Courts; conducts legal research; drafts complaints, motions and/or other legal proceedings; prepares a legal strategy; identifies and subpoenas witnesses, records and other information required to present the case, prepares legal memoranda, briefs, motions and other required documents for court presentation; performs extensive legal research.  This position serves at the pleasure of the Chief Prosecutor.  This position is open until filled, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/jobs.html.

See posts from October 10, 2020.

Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    • position title,
    • location (city, state),
    • main duties,
    • closing date,
    • and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

State of Michigan Office of the Governor

Deputy Legal Counsel, Lansing, MI. Attorneys within OLC work frequently with other divisions within the Executive Office of the Governor, including Appointments, Communications, Community Affairs, Federal Affairs, Legislative and Public Affairs, and Policy, as well is with the Department of Attorney General and leadership within other departments and agencies in the Executive Branch. OLC provides a range of legal services for the Governor of the State of Michigan and her staff within the Executive Office of the Governor. Closing Date October 16, 2020. Applicants will be reviewed and may be interviewed on a rolling basis. Please see the job description

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney, Los Angeles, CA. Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a Staff Attorney to join our California Regional team in its Los Angeles office. This position will focus on litigation and advocacy to compel a shift away from fossil fuels and toward equitable zero-emissions solutions across the transportation, power, and building sectors in California. This work serves as an important part of our work to clean up places in the country with the most polluted air, in addition to reducing harmful climate pollution. This Staff Attorney will work closely with our existing team of attorneys, a Research and Policy Analyst, and a Litigation Assistant/Legal Practice Administrator, in addition to other dedicated staff from the California Regional Office. 

The Native American Disability Law Center

Attorney Position, Flagstaff, AZ. The Law Center addresses the issues such as special education, employment, housing, abuse & neglect, and cases involving disability discrimination. Attorneys represent clients in administrative hearings, and tribal, state, and federal court actions – with a focus on systemic change. Additionally, Attorneys work with tribal governments on legislation & policies effecting individuals with disabilities. Please see the position description.

Southern Ute Tribe

Tribal Water Attorney, Ignacio, CO. Under the supervision of the Legal Department Director, attorney will serve as a member of the Tribe’s Legal Department, with principal responsibility for representing the Tribe on water matters. Where time allows, the attorney will represent the Tribe in other matters that require the Legal Department’s attention, including code review and drafting, litigation, contract review, and employment matters. Apply online at https://careers.southernute.com/pfund. Closes October 29, 2020, 5:00pm MST.

Havasupai Tribe Head Start Director

Head Start Director, Supai, AZ. The Head Start Director is responsible for managing the Head Start and Early Head Start (HS/EHS) program for the Havasupai Tribe. The Head Start Director must provide leadership in planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating program standards and procedures. The Head Start Director achieves program objectives by leading staff, developing program strategies and plans, overseeing grant funds and budgets, setting and managing program performance measures, and ensuring compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements. Closing date – October 30, 2020. Please see the job announcement for more information.

ACLU of Montana

Civil Rights Staff Attorney, Missoula, MT. The ACLU of Montana works on a variety of issues that impact Indigenous people – including tribal sovereignty, voting rights, education equity and school discipline, criminal legal reform, religious freedom, and the decriminalization of poverty. This is currently a two-year position with the possibility of renewal in subsequent years. This position is based in Montana with the specific location open to discussion. This position will be remote until the office re-opens after the Covid-19 pandemic, at least through December 31, 2020. Application review will start October 19, 2020. Applications after this date are encouraged and will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We are aiming for a start date in November, 2020. To learn more about the work of the ACLU-MT, please visit www.aclumontana.org or view the job description.

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

RFP for Certified Public Accountant (CPA). EBCI Legislative Branch invites qualified individuals or firms to submit CPA services proposals. The Legislative CPA will work with Tribal Council to access all business transactions and prepare accurate reports, brief Tribal Council on the EBCI’s financial position and recommend solutions to improve results, thoroughly review the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, review and revise the EBCI’s budgeting procedures, and develop, revise, and review EBCI accounting policies and processes. The proposal must be received no later than 3:00 P.M. Thursday, October 29, 2020.

Mille Lacs Band

Deputy Solicitor General, Onamia, MN. The Deputy Solicitor General performs legal work involving interpreting laws and regulations; preparing legal opinions, briefs, and other legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with trial attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for trial; drafting bills for legislative consideration, and assisting the Solicitor General in managing the affairs and duties of the function of Solicitor General. Application is open until filled.

Tohono O’odham Legislative Branch

Assistant Legislative Attorney, Sells, AZ. Under the direction of the Legislative Attorney, provides legal advice and representation to the Legislative council and standing committees on a wide range of issues affecting the Tohono O’odham Nation; works with tribal, federal and state officials as well as national- and state-level tribal advocacy groups, other tribes, private individuals and entities; maintains confidentiality of all privileged information. Please see the job description for more information.

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

Court Administrator, Mashpee, MA.  The job duties are administration of all court activities and supervision of court staff.  Maintenance of all court and grant budgets.  Providing public information.  Working cooperatively with the Chief Judge and Elders Judiciary Committee.  Good communication skills, writing skills, and computer literacy are essential.  This position is open until we can fill it.  All resumes can be emailed to Vivian.Bussiere@mwtribe-nsn.gov .  Please review the attached job description.

Hoopa Valley Tribe

Senior Tribal Attorney, Hoopa, CA. The Senior Tribal Attorney administers and supervises the Office of Tribal Attorney and will provide a broad range or legal services to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Chairperson, tribal departments and entities, including consultation, research, drafting, representation in administrative proceedings, and other duties as assigned. Deadline to apply is November 5, 2020. Link to required employment application here.

Associate Tribal Attorney, Hoopa, CA. The Associate Tribal Attorney will serve in the Office of Tribal Attorney and will provide a broad range or legal services to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Chairperson, tribal departments and entities, including consultation, research, drafting, representation in administrative proceedings, and other duties as assigned. Deadline to apply is November 7, 2020. Link to required employment application. Link to required employment application here.

DHHS/DVS

Statewide Victim Services Liaison, Traverse City, MI. Leads and coordinates the OVC Statewide Liaison project and develops policy for the Division of Victim Services, Department of Health and Human Services by working with local, tribal, federal, and other state programs serving rural and Native American victims for the purposes of identifying opportunities to improve services and increase access to legal assistance and representation for rural and Native Americans victims of domestic and sexual violence, and other related crimes, including Indian Country crimes. For more information please see the job description.

Trinidad Rancheria Tribal Court

Tribal Court Administrator, Trinidad, CA. Responsible for management and supervision of daily court operations and management, including assuming responsibility for the development, implementation and maintenance of case management systems, facilities management and security, strategic planning and fiscal activity, including budget development and administration and supervision of other financial matters of the Court. Applications can be downloaded here.

Chief Judge, Trinidad, CA. Responsibilities include the overall development of court rules and procedures, expansion of court jurisdiction,  administrative operations of the Tribal Court and supervision of and training of its employees, including case management, ancillary services (which may include things such as wellness court, cultural mediation program, victim protection program, child support, and youth program, contingent upon funding), and the timeliness of judgments and orders. Additionally, the Chief Judge will be working on comprehensive tribal code development, including reviewing and updating existing laws and codes, develop new essential codes, and community education and awareness meetings. Applications can be downloaded here.

Peebles Kidder

Associate Attorney(s), Sacramento, CA. Seeking entry level Associate and a mid-level Associate with experience in the areas of business transactions, corporate governance, contracts, economic development, or finance.  Our firm is widely recognized for our representation of Indian tribes and tribally owned entities. Applicants should send a resume, cover letter, law school transcript and writing sample. Positions open until filled. For more information please see the job description.

Tribal Partnerships

Midwest Staff Attorney.  Although the focus is on work in the Midwest, the person can be located in Chicago, Madison, Denver, or Seattle. This position will focus on litigation and advocacy on behalf of our tribal clients and partners in the Midwest and other regions as needed. Please see the job description for more information.

The Environmental Law Institute

Environmental Justice lead,  Washington, DC. We seek a policy-minded and committed strategic thinker to lead the further development of the ELI Research and Policy Department’s work devising legal, policy, and governance solutions to systemic racism. The EJ lead will coordinate the expansion of ELI’s Environmental Justice Initiatives, which requires an understanding of how racism has been entrenched in environmental law and policy, and strong relationships with community leaders challenging this systemic injustice. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. To apply, please visit https://www.eli.org/employment. Please see the job announcement for more information.

Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation

Staff Attorney, Chinle Judicial District, Chinle AZ. This position provides complex legal advice and guidance, conducts legal research, and drafts legal documents in support of judges and other court staff. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org/vacancies. This position is open until filled.

Staff Attorney, Aneth Judicial District, Aneth, UT. This position provides complex legal advice and guidance, conducts legal research, and drafts legal documents in support of judges and other court staff. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org/vacancies. This position is open until filled.

Staff Attorney, Kayenta Judicial District, Kayenta, AZ. This position provides complex legal advice and guidance, conducts legal research, and drafts legal documents in support of judges and other court staff. For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org/vacancies. This position is open until filled.

District Court Judge, Judicial District Court, Navajo Nation Wide. The District Court Judge is responsible in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District.  For more information, please see the position description or to apply, visit http://www.navajocourts.org. This position is open until filled.

See posts October 2, 2020.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    • position title,
    • location (city, state),
    • main duties,
    • closing date,
    • and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

The Pascua Yaqui Office of Attorney General

Assistant Attorney General, adjacent to Tucson, AZ. The Assistant Attorney General represents the Pascua Yaqui Tribe by providing nonpartisan legal advice and representation to officials, agencies, departments, divisions, enterprises and other entities of the Tribe’s government. Interested candidates should have at least 4 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a background in Indian Law strongly preferred.  The job posting can be found here or see the job description for more information.

Prairie Island Indian Community

RFP. Welch, MN. After a hard-fought victory at the Minnesota Legislature in securing the Legislation, PIIC is excited to embark on the Net Zero Project. PIIC requests proposals from qualified firms, partnerships, corporations, associations, or professional organizations (“Vendor(s)” or “Respondent(s)”) to become its primary partner for the Project. The selected Vendor will help PIIC develop a project plan, including elements such as governance, community engagement, feasibility, technical analysis, possible creation of a tribal utility, etc. The selected Vendor will oversee the execution of a developed project plan and the procurement/construction required to meet the objectives identified for the Project. Additionally, PIIC seeks a qualified Vendor that both understands the public-facing aspect of the Project and can work with the existing team on communication strategies to foster stakeholder and public confidence. Submissions due September 28, 2020. Please see the RFP for more information.

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Assistant Prosecutor, Watersmeet, MI.  Provide vertical prosecution of all sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking cases in the LVD Court as well as assist in prosecution of other criminal matters.  This position also includes collaboration with Tribal Police to create and implement a training program for effective investigation of sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking involving tribal members both on and off Tribal lands.  For more information, please see the job description.  Deadline for application is October 1, 2020.  Application here.

Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Band Assembly

Legislative Staff Attorney II, Onamia, MN. Assists in representing the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Band Assembly in the lawful exercise of its constitutional and statutory duties and obligations. The Legislative Staff Attorney also conducts legal research, drafts bills and legal opinions, reviews contracts, and performs other duties as assigned by the Secretary-Treasurer and Band Assembly with notification given to the Legislative Counsel. The Legislative Staff Attorney will regularly collaborate and work with the Legislative Counsel on legal issues. Application closes 9/28/2020. Please see the job description or link for more information.

Native American Rights Fund

Executive/Legal Assistant/Paralegal, Boulder, CO. This position will provide administrative and legal support for a busy law office. Due to COVID-19, this position will be temporarily remote. No closing date, it will remain open until filled. American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are encouraged to apply.

Environmental Protection Agency

Attorney-Advisor, Denver, CO, telework eligible. Provide legal advice, perform legal research, prepare legal documentation and provides policy recommendations; Perform litigation activities; Draft Agency determinations proposed regulations and federal register notices; and more. For more information and to apply please see the job description. Application closes September 23, 2020.

Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP

2021 Summer Law Clerk, Washington, DC.Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP, a national law firm dedicated to promoting and defending the interests of Indian tribal governments and organizations, is currently seeking applications for its 2021 Summer Law Clerk Program in its Washington, DC office. Please see the Job Announcement for more information and how to apply. This position is open until filled.

American Bar Association

Senior Associate Executive Director and General Counsel. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, will provide leadership in two distinct areas: – As General Counsel of the organization of America’s lawyers, responsibility for legal guidance and counsel in the ABA’s Office of the General Counsel – As Senior Associate Executive Director, responsibility for oversight of the office that manages the ABA’s law school accreditation process. For more information please see the position description.

ACLU of New Hampshire

Director of Community Engagement, Concord, NH. Manage ACLU-NH organizing campaigns, build volunteer capacity across the state, and engage with community partners to advance civil rights. Manage a team of two full-time staff organizers. This is an exciting opportunity to provide vision, leadership, and support to an organizing program that focuses on the most important civil rights issues of our time, including racial justice, voting rights, and LGBTQ rights. Due to COVID-19, relocation to New Hampshire will not be immediately required. Requesting job applications by October 5, 2020. To apply send cover letter and resume to Jobs@aclu-nh.org.

See posts from September 11, 2020.

Friday Job Announcements

Monica Williamson

To post an open Indian law or leadership job to Turtle Talk, send the following information to indigenous@law.msu.edu:

  1. In the email body, a typed brief description of the position which includes
    • position title,
    • location (city, state),
    • main duties,
    • closing date,
    • and any other pertinent details such as links to application;
  2. An attached PDF job announcement.

Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Administration Headquarters

Staff Attorney, New Town, ND. Provide legal advice and counsel to the Three Affiliated Tribes, The Tribal Business Council and all Tribal Programs, entities and sub-divisions of the Tribes, including but not limited to representation before Tribal, Federal & State Courts and Administrative agencies. Review, drafting, and negotiation of contracts, including PL 93-638 Contracts with Governmental Agencies and other outside Agencies. For more information please see the job description. Application here. Application is open until filled.

UCLA Law

Richard Taylor Law Teaching Fellowship, 2021-2023. Applicants who intend to pursue a career as an assistant professor of law are invited to apply if their research interests concern topics at the intersection of race/racism, sexual orientation, and gender identity. The law teaching fellowship programs of Williams Institute and Critical Race Studies Program at UCLA Law are some of the oldest in the nation. For more information and to apply, please click here.

Quinault Indian Reservation

RFQ. The Quinault Indian Nation in Taholah, Washington is seeking a Chief Judge for the Quinault Tribal Court. Please see the detailed RFQ document for proposal qualifications and requirements. Proposals must be submitted by October 9, 2020. Anticipated start date will be early January, 2021. Proposals and/or questions about the RFQ should be submitted to lbruner@quinault.org.

Office of the Attorney General for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

Staff Attorney, Choctaw, MS. Under the direction of the Tribe’s Attorney General, the Staff Attorney is responsible for providing general legal services for the tribal government and representing the Tribe in various criminal and civil actions in tribal, state, and federal courts. This position is open until filled. The Tribe’s Employment Application can be found at http://www.choctaw.org/government/services/employment.html

Earthjustice

Staff Attorney, Fossil Fuels in Chicago, IL. See a brief description below. Earthjustice’s Fossil Fuels Program is hiring a Staff Attorney to join us in using the power of the law to protect communities and our environment from an onslaught of new oil and gas development. We use litigation, administrative advocacy, and partnership to advance an end to U.S. oil and gas extraction and production, and stop new infrastructure (e.g. petrochemical facilities, export terminals and pipelines). The Staff Attorney will focus on challenging upstream and new and expanding fossil fuel infrastructure development with an emphasis on the Ohio River Valley in Appalachia.  

See posts from September 4, 2020.